{"product_id":"katana-two-piece-sword-stand-copy-1","title":"Foo Dog Emblem Katana Two Piece Sword Stand","description":"\u003cp\u003eFoo Dog Emblem Katana Two Piece Sword Stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament. Typically made of stone, they are also known as stone lions or shishi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Foo dogs\" (or \"fu dogs\") are a Western misnomer for Chinese guardian lions (shíshī), traditional architectural ornaments originally placed outside palaces and temples to ward off evil spirits. Despite the name, they are mythological lions representing power, courage, and prosperity, rooted in Chinese Buddhist traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are known in colloquial English as lion dogs, foo dogs, or fu dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are dedicated to a single character's blade or want a minimalist setup, this stand offers excellent stability and clean lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes Red Coat Velvet to protect your Sword while Resting on the Stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard Two Piece Samurai Sword Stand measures approximately  39.1 × 8.9 × 24.5 cm (15.4 × 3.5 × 9.6 inches) (Length × Width × Height).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBlack wood finish, often arriving in 3 easily assembled parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCradle Width: The cradles typically measure about 3 cm to 4 cm (1.25\" to 1.5\") to comfortably fit the scabbard (saya) of most display swords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper Traditional Etiquette for Displaying a KatanaIf you are displaying authentic or highly accurate replica Japanese swords, custom dictates specific positioning rules: Blade Edge Facing Up:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, katanas are placed on the stand with the cutting edge (ha) facing upwards to protect the edge from resting on the wood and to mirror how the sword is carried.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHilt to the Left: Placing the hilt (tsuka) to the left indicates peace and a non-defensive posture, as the sword cannot be quickly drawn with the right hand. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vx-Steel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62019654287747,"sku":"AW1523","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/3827\/files\/BP310115AC.jpg?v=1784323813","url":"https:\/\/www.ancientwarrior.co.uk\/products\/katana-two-piece-sword-stand-copy-1","provider":"Ancient Warrior","version":"1.0","type":"link"}